Comment on Sunday SOTD Thread - November 12, 2023
gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social 10 months ago
November 12, 2023
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Brush: WSP Stubby 26mm Extra Dense HMW
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Razor: River Razor 14 8/8" Full Hollow (Straight Shave 376)
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Lather: Eufros - Vetiver de Haiti - Soap
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Post Shave: Eufros - Vetiver de Haiti - Aftershave Balm
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Post Shave: Thayers - Cucumber - Toner
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Fragrance: Hermès - Terre D’Hermès Eau Intense Vetiver - EdP
A glorious morning shave. I had time, so I took it. I love the feel of this razor. Feathery soft, yet efficient. Despite the outlandish scales, it is a real performer!
And, Vetiver de Haiti just made my day. Thank you to u/VisceralWatch for introducing me to this! (And to Rosa Oud.)
Today’s shave was so barbershop-like I finished it with some talc. I’ve been using talc when I have time, and when I have exceptional shaves. I find that I’m using it more frequently so I will probably add it to my database.
djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social 10 months ago
mhm, I’m intrigued. What do you get from the use of talc?
PorkButtsNTaters666@sub.wetshaving.social 10 months ago
A dusty sink?
(I’ll see myself out)
gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social 10 months ago
lol! This is true.
gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social 10 months ago
Technically, talc absorbs moisture. I think barbers use it more as a “finish”. After a very close shave, the skin can be shiny. A thin invisible layer of talc adds a velvety feel to BBS and removes the shine. [ A while back, Amazon decided I should buy some, so I did :) ] I use a tiny travel brush to apply the talc.
djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social 10 months ago
Welp, I guess that’s one more thing for the to-try list 🙂
gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social 10 months ago
There’s some ridicule that may accompany talc. When used properly, others can’t see it, however, my wife pointed out that it is akin to baby powder. She is amused that, having dealt with all the diaper changing of twin babies [yes, I have changed a lot of diapers], I’m willing to use “baby powder” again.